Title: Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax (Bed And Breakfast) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax Escape to ElKen Retreat where you can retreat with friends and family amidst nature’s beauty. ## Photo gallery for Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax ![Outdoor pool - Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax (CANTON)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39090000/39088200/39088200/8233e6fd_edited_f86a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Best Getaway in East TX! 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ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax (CANTON)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39090000/39088200/39088200/75417e16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nestled in the quaint East TX town of Canton, ElKen Retreat is a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation. Unwind by the pool or hot tub, indulge in a delicious breakfast on the back covered porch/pool deck area, and enjoy personalized touches throughout your stay. With free WiFi, a sauna or spa tub to unwind in comfort ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=39088200&PinnedHotelID=39088200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=39088200&PinnedHotelID=39088200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=39088200&PinnedHotelID=39088200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=39088200&PinnedHotelID=39088200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=39088200&PinnedHotelID=39088200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=39088200&PinnedHotelID=39088200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=39088200&PinnedHotelID=39088200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=39088200&PinnedHotelID=39088200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Canton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Canton.dx6509) [View more B&B in Canton](https://www.expedia.ca/Canton-Bed-And-Breakfast.d6509-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=32.570084,-95.80387&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:cfyeEduvgQ%3FQ%3FQ%40S%3FQ%40Q%40S%3FQBQ%40Q%40Q%40QBSBQBQBQ%40QDQBQDQBODQDQDODQDOFODQFODQFOFOHOFOFMHOFOHMFMHOHKJOHMHMHMJKHMJKJMJKJKJIJKJKJKLIJILILIJILILILGLGJGNILELGLENGLELENELENELCNCNCLENALENANANANALANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40N%40N%40NDL%40NDLBNBNBLDNDLDLDNDLFLDLFNDLHLFLFLHJFLHLHLHJHLHJHJJLJJJHHLJJJHLJJHLJJJLHLHLHNHJHNHLFLHNFNHLFPFLFNFNDPFNFPDNFNDPDNBPDPDNBPDPBPBPBPBPBP%40R%40PBP%40P%40P%40P%40R%3FP%40P%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FRAP%3FRAPAPAPAPCPARAPCPCPCPCPCPEPCPENERCNENEPGNEPGNGNEPGNGNGLGPILGNINGLILINILILILILKLKJILKJILKJMJIHKJMJKJKHMJKFMHMHMHKFMHMFMFMHOFMDMDMFODMDMDODMDOBOBMDOBM%40ODO%40O%40MBO%3FO%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAO%3FOCOAOAMEOAMCOEOCMCOEMEOEMEMEOGMEMEMGOIKGMGMGMIMIKIMIMGKKMIKKKKKKKIKKKKKMKKIMKKIMIMIMKMIMIOGMIMGOIOGMGOIOGOGOEQGOEOGQEOEQEOEOESCOEQCQEQAQCQCQCQCQASAQAQCQ%3FQAQAS%3FQAS%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NF66dSSfAojtJdMAmozF12_mYHE=) CANTON, TX ### What's nearby - Yesterland Farm 4 min drive \- 3.0 km - Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark 6 min drive \- 8.9 km - Old Mill Marketplace 7 min drive \- 6.6 km - First Monday Trade Days 9 min drive \- 9.6 km - East Texas Gators and Wildlife Park 13 min drive \- 13.9 km ### Getting around - Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) 38 min drive ### Restaurants - Los Hermanos 9 min drive - McDonald's 7 min drive - Circle K 7 min drive - Dairy Palace 7 min drive - Whataburger 7 min drive ## About this property ### Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax Family-friendly bed & breakfast At Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax, you can look forward to free breakfast, a firepit, and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or hot tub, and indulge in a massage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Outdoor furniture, beach towels, and barbecue grills - Games and table tennis Room features All guestrooms at Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax feature perks such as private pools and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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Bench in the back by a tree :) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Private pool - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Food and drink - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### More - Air conditioning - Dryer - Heating - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks Turn off the lights Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No lifeguard on duty. Please swim at your own risk. Pool/hot tub closes at 10:00pm. Hot tub closed during summer. Checking out: please strip sheets off beds and put on floor leaving mattress covers on beds. Other bedding can stay on bed. Thx! There may be other guests, and we live on property, so...please keep all noise levels down. Only registered ElKen guests are allowed on the property. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Oh yes! Family friendly. Great for all! ### Events Events allowed Contact the owner. May allow parties/events(fee) ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Outside the fence. Bench in the back by a tree :) ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Cashless transactions are available Parties and events are allowed on site Note from host: Contact the owner. May allow parties/events(fee) Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Best Getaway in East TX! 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We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 43 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth B. Jun 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Most Amazing Trip! The host were amazing and the hospitality was beyond measure! Beautiful room and very accommodating! Can’t wait to stay here again! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c29139db-6ca3-45f9-85d0-dd9a37a6edc0-1748883555853.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3de9185a-0b8a-4cc2-8f59-1f073e431353-1748883437758.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bfa1cb28-77d7-48bf-ae7a-6a3c492c1a37-1748883594726.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d4d57140-e938-4d58-afe9-b11af6d10cfa-1748883571792.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Elizabeth B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garrett H. Mar 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super cool spot Awesome spot with very friendly hosts. Attentive to detail and very responsive. ##### Garrett H. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelly H. Mar 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect weekend getaway! 5 stars isn’t enough stars to give Elken Retreat! All the special touches made this the perfect place to stay: Comfy-cozy room/ bed, hot tub after a long day of walking and shopping, a sweet treat each night, and the yummy breakfast each morning. We will definitely be back! ##### Shelly H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Merrie C. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place This was the best I’ve experienced period. The place was amazing. The bed was great and our suite had all we needed. The hosts are friendly and provided a beautiful experience. We woke up to the best French toast ever. Just overall a perfect stay! ##### Merrie C. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kai V. Apr 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It got pretty dark there... We went to Texas for the eclipse 2024 and had a wonderful time at the retreat. Jennifer was super nice and even provided us with two pairs of eclipse glasses, as well as with delicious snacks in the morning. We watched the eclipse together with her and other guests. We got lucky with the cloud coverage and had an amazing time. Our room was at the back of the retreat. It was super cozy and extra quiet. We would absolutely stay there again! ##### Kai V. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny P. Jun 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Stay! We first stayed here 5 years ago. Everything was great! ##### Jenny P. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Twylia S., McAlester, Oklahoma USA Apr 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The hosts were amazing. Lots of special touches and great local recommendations. The property was amazing! Planning another visit soon! ##### Twylia S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jarret K. Mar 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great relaxing atmosphere! Amazing people, massage, breakfast, and an overall experience! We felt very comfortable and enjoyed our stay very much and will be back again! ##### Jarret K. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melaney Apr 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful place to stay. Everything you need to just get away for a couple of days and so clean! Property owners are excellent host and wonderful homemade muffins waiting for you in the mornings!! Beds were so comfortable and just the perfect size for a getaway. ##### Melaney Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven Mar 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities First class stay with great hosts. Will be back. ##### Steven Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa G. Apr 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our Anniversary! We really enjoyed our stay. I was very clean, decorated very cute and cozy, and a great atmosphere in the outdoor are. We live local but needed a great place to celebrate us. This was the place. ##### Melissa G. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela L. Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Experience We’re absolutely glad that we decided to book this VRBO. So much better than a hotel ever could’ve been. The owners was super nice. The massage and breakfast was definitely an added touch to the stay. The room was really nice. I am normally very hesitant about holiness no matter where I stay, but I had absolutely no concerns with this venue. I would absolutely recommend someone to stay at Elkins retreat. ##### Angela L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhonda S., Abita Springs Dec 7, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Hostess! Great Location! Jennifer had the greatest location for shopping at Trade Days. We will definitely be back. She even serves you some breakfast muffins that are delicious! ##### Rhonda S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lillie R. Nov 21, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My husband and I chose Elken Retreat for our COVID19 delayed 25th anniversary getaway! We loved it! Our stay was peaceful, relaxing, and refreshing. The owner's are very friendly and gifted at little touches that made us feel truly welcomed. They seem to think of everything. The property is definitely a cozy retreat from it all. Loved sitting out by the firepit and the fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. We shall return! ##### Lillie R. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janson O. Feb 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Jason and Jennifer are the best property rental guests you could ever have! Stayed two nights, showed up a little late Friday night and had a lil hard time finding room since we parked in wrong spot - but Jennifer responded right away - and after walking around a bit found it! Hot tub is great - breakfast and massages were a huge plus. Even homemade cookies randomly. Highly recommend. ##### Janson O. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra S. Jun 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just lovely!! My furies and I stayed for First Monday. Our room was so adorable! Bed was super comfy and room was stocked with everything you need. Jason and Jennifer are the sweetest! They brought hot cookies to the pool and s’mores at night! Make sure you ask to pet their precious golden doodles and have Jason share some jokes. Breakfast is also superb! Hope I can visit again soon! ##### Debra S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer D. Aug 8, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Romantic getaway before picking our daughter from camp We had a fantastic stay. We were picking up our daughter from Sky Ranch and booked the Elken Retreat the night before we picked her up for a quick romantic getaway and to be closer to camp for pick-up. The room was beautifully decorated and the bed was very comfortable. Jason and Jennifer put many personal touches into our stay. We had a welcome sign, a “happy pick up daughter day” sign at breakfast, and chocolates on our pillows at night. We had a nice soak in the hot tub while listening to music on the patio at night and a delicious breakfast in the morning-the homemade biscuits were our favorite! This was a perfect quick romantic getaway for us and we can’t wait to get back! Thank you Jason and Jennifer for a wonderful stay. ##### Jennifer D. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raquel E. Aug 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Over the rainbow... I absolutely loved everything about this property, my suite #5 was better than I imagined. Jennifer & Jason are the kindest people ever! Breakfast both mornings (prepared by Jason) was delicious especially the French Toast (my fav) and the coffee. I'm still laughing and sharing Jason's jokes. Their property is magical. Visit with the Turkeys, hens and other birds. It was fun finding & collecting feathers. I found angel wings in the tall tree. I visited several places that weekend. I recommend them all. The Forge Bar & Grill, Edom Log Cabin restaurant and a further drive out was Speakeasy Coffeehouse in Quitman. I was there to enjoy a friend's live music at some of these places but I found so much more joy in East TX and the ELKen Retreat was a huge part of that. Thank you! Love you guys! ##### Raquel E. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheri B. Jun 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Enjoyed our stay. Jennifer and Jason were great hosts. They recommended some great restaurants and sites to see. Enjoyed the surrounding things to see and do. ##### Sheri B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina B. Jun 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Experience We stayed there for a quick honeymoon and it was a very pleasant experience. The property managers were amazing! They went out of their way to make sure we had a great weekend! The property itself was very clean and cozy. ##### Christina B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa J. Jun 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely perfect!!! Super hosts is such an understatement! Jennifer and Jason were amazing from the time I booked our reservation. The property was so nice. The room was very clean and so comfy. So nice to come back to after long days of shopping. Will definitely be our first choice of places to stay when we go back to Canton. ##### Melissa J. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel May 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities host family all very nice, sonic style ice, pool and hot tub, delicious weekend breakfast, s'mores ##### Samuel Stayed 1 night in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay M., Greenwood Apr 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My wife's 50th Bday. 🎉 Thank you Jason and Jennifer for being wonderful hosts for our trip to Canton. I can't say enough how thoughtful all the little notes and extras were. Y'all truly made us feel welcomed and we can't wait to come back. I would give ElKen 6 out of 5 stars if Vrbo would let me. Thanks again and see ya soon.😍 -Jay ##### Jay M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy R. Feb 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Stay If you want a quiet place to relax with the most comfortable bed, Elken Retreat is the place to stay. Jennifer and Jason truly care about their guests and want you to have a wonderful experience. We will definitely be back again. Thank you for your kindness and hospitality. ##### Amy R. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn Feb 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfection. Amenities and available activities A . Breakfast amazing. 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